Survey of the history of psychology from the ancient Greeks to the present. General theoretical systems of psychology including Associationism, Structuralism, Behavioralism and its offshoots. Gestalt theories, Phenomenalism and Existentialism, Psychoanalytic and related schools. Hormic and Holistic Psychologies.

Cross-cultural exploration of forces involved in the socialization process, drawing on research from anthropology, biology, and psychology. Effects of cultural and socioeconomic variables on children’s cognitive and affective learning styles.

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PYC500Social Psychology

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Theory and research in individual and group social psychology. Special psychology. Special stress on interpersonal dynamics between health care givers and their clients.

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PYC501Psychopathology

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Prerequisites:PYC341or equivalent.

Survey of theory and research in personality and abnormal behavior.

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PYC502Counseling and Human Development

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This course focuses on an in-depth study of developmental processes and learning principles throughout the lifespan. Theory and research relevant to social, emotional, intellectual and physical development are examined. Application of developmentally-based counseling strategies and interventions are explored and utilized.

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PYC503Graduate Statistics

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The course is designed to introduce students to some of the statistical methods available for the examination and analysis of the data relevant to the behavioral and health sciences. It is neither a "how to" course nor a course in math. Rather, it is aimed at an intermediate level of understanding which should make statistics and the reasoning behind their use understandable to the student. The course also requires the use of the computer software package SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences).

Theory and techniques of administering and interpreting evaluative instruments in substance abuse. Study and practice of DSM-III.

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PYC523Assessment Methods with Children

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Psychological assessment principles and techniques used with infants, children and adolescents.

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PYC530Therapeutic Interventions I: Individual

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Exploration of the development of counseling methods and intervention procedures at theoretical, research-based and experiential levels. Critical issues in individual, group and family-systems approaches.

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PYC531Therapeutic Interventions II: Family and Group

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Examination of the same issues as Thera-peutic Interventions I, with emphasis on families and groups.

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PYC532Behavior Modification Therapy

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Introduction and application of behavior modification research to therapeutic methods.

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PYC536Individual Psychotherapy with Children

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Principles of individual psychological treatment with children, including play therapy and other techniques.

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PYC540Socialization of the Child

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Prerequisites:PYC100

Cross-cultural exploration of forces involved in socialization processes, drawing on research from anthropology, biology and psychology.

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PYC542Principles and Issues in Child and Adolescent Development

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Fundamental theories, principles of development and research trends as they apply to child and adolescent development.

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PYC543Family Theory and Therapy

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Application of therapeutic principles to therapeutic practices for families.

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PYC570Issues in Industrial/Organizational Psychology

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Comprehensive survey of the field of Industrial/Organizational Psychology, including personnel psychology, organizational psychology and engineering psychology.

Specialized examination of human resources assessment issues including theory and practice behind the use of human resources instruments in organizational systems, for organizational change and evaluation.

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PYC573Ethical Issues in the Workplace

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Ethical principles which govern professional practice, especially in the industrial setting in the work environment. Interaction of motivation and morale of personnel with the pressure of ethical standards in industry and organizations.

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PYC574Training and Development

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Systematic review and practicum in the training and development of employees. Application of learning theory and research to design and implementation of training programs. Needs assessment, goal setting and evaluation of training.

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PYC575Leadership Models

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Survey of theoretical approaches, empirical findings and applied practice pertaining to leadership in the workplace. Relationships between theoretical models and applied practice and between leadership process and the content of leadership behavior.

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PYC576Multicultural Issues and Race Relations in the Workplace

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Presentation and class exercises on principles of culture applied to work behavior in internationally diverse settings. Exploration of cross-cultural perceptions, attitudes, values and behavioral expectations to clarify interpersonal relations among people of different backgrounds and to enhance their productive performance.

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PYC579Capstone Course in Industrial/ Organizational Psychology

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Integrative, independent-study and seminar experience relates theory, research and practice in industrial/organizational psychology. Guest speakers, student presentations integrate industrial/organizational psychology principles with practicum experience and career preparation. The final examination is the I/O master’s program comprehensive exam which is administered in mid-April. This course is taken concurrently with PYC 588, Practicum Experience. Both courses run for the entire second year of the program (and meet bi-monthly during both semesters). Students register for PYC 579 in the fall and register for PYC 588 in the winter.

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PYC588Practicum Experience in Industrial/ Organizational Psychology

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A minimum of 250 hours of supervised practice of industrial/organizational psychology in the workplace. Emphasis on skills in assessment, interpersonal communication, decision-making, problem-solving, trouble-shooting and insight into organizational problems and needs. (Please see above for scheduling.)

Independent study, directed research or professional experience arranged with instructor to meet specific academic needs.

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PYC599Master’s Thesis

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Original research on a topic of significant academic and/or professional interest.

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PYC602Exceptional Children

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An in-depth analysis of children with a variety of disabling conditions. Theories of causation, assessment strategies, alternative intervention techniques and classroom and home management strategies.

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PYC603Child Psychopathology

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An in-depth analysis of children with learning and behavior difficulties. Theories of causation, assessment strategies, alternative intervention techniques and classroom management approaches.

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PYC604Learning and Memory

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Theories and models of human learning and memory and relevant animal models. Applications in psychopathology, cognition and normal behavior.

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PYC615Consultation

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An introduction to the process of consultation, the skills required and the uses of consultation in schools.

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PYC620Psychological Assessment of the School Age Child

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Administration, scoring, interpretation and report writing of structured intelligence tests such as the Wechsler Scales and various achievement and perceptual-motor tests. Focus is on the assessment of the school-age child.

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PYC621Psychological Assessment of the Pre-school Child

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Prerequisites:PYC620

Administration, scoring and interpretation of intelligence. The integration of test data from a variety of sources. Focus is on assessment of the pre-school child.

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PYC622Personality Assessment

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Prerequisites:PYC621

Intensive study. Common instruments used to assess the visual intelligence, motor and adaptive behavior in pre-school children.

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PYC624School Psychology Practicum

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Prerequisites:PYC602PYC620PYC621PYC622PYC630

Supervised experience in such activities as psychological assessment, staff conferences, parent consultation and short-term counseling. Approximately 250 to 500 logged hours will be required, which may be taken in one or two terms.

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PYC625School Psychology Internship

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Prerequisites:PYC624PYC630

Experience in the full range of psychological and related services within a public school system or mental health agency.

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PYC630Psychological Services in the Schools

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The roles and functions of the psychologist in the schools. Educational and psychological assessment, consultation, ethical standards, problems and issues. Status of field.

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PYC631School Psychology Seminar

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Discussion of practical and theoretical problems encountered during the internship. Further content in professional school psychology.

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PYC632Topics in School Psychology

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An in-depth analysis of current topics in the field of school psychology. Topics will change yearly.

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PYC647Directed Research

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Under the direction of a member of the staff, a student may carry out a research project. No specific limitations on area of interest are imposed but a final written report is required by the department.

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PYC648Research in Psychological Literature

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Individual research in psychological problems based upon investigation of periodical literature.

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PYC649Specialist Project

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Students should consult the department for requirements and format.

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PYC650History and Systems of Psychology

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Philosophical and scientific background of modern psychology. Historical development of theories and ideas which affect the practice of psychotherapy.

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PYC651Physiological Psychology

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Biological mechanisms underlying behavior, with special attention given to human behavioral disorders. Neurophysiology, neuroanatomy, and the biological basis of psychophysiological disorders and psychopathology.

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PYC654Theories of Personality

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Analysis of the major theories of personality, including psychoanalytic, behavioral and humanistic perspectives.

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PYC655Basic Psychoanalytic Concepts

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A basic, systematic introduction to key concepts in psychoanalytic theory and practice.

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PYC660Statistical Methods I

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First course in the two-term sequence of advanced statistical methods in psychology. Linear models including analysis of variance (factorial and repeated measures), multiple regression, and analysis of covariance. Continuous and categorical dependent measures are covered.

The process of empirical research from developing conceptual models, proposal writing, to preparing research reports. The format of this course is that of a participant seminar.

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PYC664Research Topics

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Ongoing seminar involving faculty and students in research presentations. Emphasis on interpretation of design and analysis and implementation of research

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PYC670Psychological Assessment I

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Introduction of clinical assessment techniques and concepts of test construction, validity and reliability, emphasizing the administration, scoring and interpretation of the Wechsler Scales, MMPI and Bender Gestalt.

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PYC671Psychological Assessment II

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An introduction to the more projective diagnostic instruments used in a standard clinical battery of tests. Theory and rationale of the Projective Hypothesis underlying projective techniques presented through lectures, readings and discussion. Administration, scoring and principles guiding interpretation of the DAP, TAT and Rorschach.

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PYC673Psychological Assessment III

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An in-house practicum in assessment conducted at the University Psychology Clinic.

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PYC674Developmental Psychology

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An intensive examination and integration of major theories in developmental psychology.

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PYC675Child Development

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An intensive examination of the course of development from the prenatal period up to adolescence.

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PYC676Child Psychopathology

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An examination of childhood psychopathology, beginning from infantile disturbances up to adolescence. Major syndromes are examined from both a theoretical viewpoint and the perspective of the working clinician.

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PYC677Child Therapy

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Training in the psychological treatment of children.

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PYC678Adolescent Pathology and Therapy

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An intensive study of interrelated topics to demonstrate the intimate relationship of knowledge of normal development with its pathology and treatment.

A practicum at the Psychology Clinic of the University of Detroit Mercy. The focus is on the development of therapeutic skills.

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PYC752Advanced Psychotherapy Practicum

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Students who have completed PYC 750 may continue to see patients at the Psychology Clinic under supervision. Admission by permission of the instructo

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PYC753Clinical Practicum

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Prerequisites:Permission of program director. To be taken in two consecutive semesters.

Approximately 500 hours of supervised clinical experience in an organized health care setting.

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PYC754Clinical Internship

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Prerequisites:Two semesters of PYC 753 and permission of program director.

A 2,000-hour supervised year of clinical experience in an organized health care setting. The internship may be taken on a full-time basis for one year or on at least a 20-hour per week half-time basis for two years.

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PYC765Cognitive Therapy

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This course is designed to examine the basic tenets of cognitive therapy. Students develop a basic understanding of the cognitive theory of personality and its application in psychotherapy.

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PYC767Human Neuropsychology

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Essential neuroscience foundations and clinical methods for the study of brain-behavior relationships. Test methods and approaches are surveyed and evaluated critically with reference to various clinical settings.

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PYC768Group Processes

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A review of major contributions from the fields of social psychology, sociology and clinical psychology related to the development, process and structure of small groups.

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PYC769Human Sexuality

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This course begins with biological, psychological and anthropological theories regarding sexuality. Varieties of human sexual states are explored across the life-span, including heterosexuality, homosexuality, marriage, solo sexuality, and celibacy. Deviations from the normal are discussed in the contexts of legal issues and clinical applications.

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PYC770Clinical Health Psychology

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A review of the application of psychological knowledge to the processes of health and illness. Issues revolving around the interrelationships of psychological and physical dimensions to health and illness.

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PYC771Psychosis: Process and Treatment

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Definition, processes and concepts most useful to understanding psychosis. Treatment of psychotic individuals based upon an in-depth theoretical understanding of psychotic processes and manifestations.

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PYC772Brief Intervention

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Concepts of emotional crisis and of emergency and brief intervention. Assessment, selection criteria, treatment planning and implementation using brief therapy principles. Factors affecting efficient and effective use of intervention time.

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PYC773Program Evaluation and Supervision

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Examination of models and methods of clinical supervision of individual and group psychotherapy.

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PYC774Behavioral Treatment

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An examination of the various ways in which behavior can be changed using behavioral and cognitive behavioral techniques.

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PYC775Cultural Diversity

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Exploration of contemporary perspectives on human differences and examination of the powerful influences of "cultural identity" on intrapsychic development and cognitive, affective, and psychosocial functioning.

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PYC795Topics in Psychology

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An in-depth analysis of current topics in psychology. Topics will change yearly.

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PYC798Directed Readings

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Students who have completed all course and practicum requirements but who have not as yet passed their qualifying exam should register for this course every term until they achieve doctoral candidate status, i.e. by passing their qualifying examination.